500 Seeds Golden Acre Cabbage Brassica oleracea Heirloom Vegetable Garden
Golden Acre is a widely grown heirloom cabbage prized for its compact, round heads and dependable performance in home and market gardens. It produces solid, medium-sized heads with crisp, tender leaves that hold well in the garden and after harvest, making it a reliable choice for both fresh use and storage. This variety is a favorite among gardeners seeking a classic green cabbage with consistent results across a range of growing conditions.
Golden Acre cabbage is versatile in the kitchen, suited to slaws, stir-fries, soups, and preserving. The plants form uniform heads on compact frames, which makes them a good fit for raised beds and smaller garden spaces. Sow seeds in fertile, well-drained soil and keep moisture steady through the season for steady head development.
Species: Brassica oleracea
Variety: Golden Acre
Type: Annual vegetable
Plant_Habit: Compact, heading
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Fertile, well-drained, moisture-retentive
Days_to_Harvest: 60-75
Zones: 3-11
Germination: 7-14 days at 65-75F
Sowing: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost
Spacing: 12-18 inches apart
Notes: Cool-season crop; harvest when heads are firm and full